Illinois

[jfmu]

12,438 new cases reported on Saturday.

Pritzker said he can't rule out a lockdown in the coming weeks.

That's awfully nice of him since he was partying it up over the weekend in large crowds.

[Uncle Rico]

That's awfully nice of him since he was partying it up over the weekend in large crowds.

Pritzker has no one but himself to blame for Illinois communities shunning his decrees.  It’s not complicated stuff.  Lead by example and he’s failed

[Galway Eagle]

Pritzker has no one but himself to blame for Illinois communities shunning his decrees.  It’s not complicated stuff.  Lead by example and he’s failed

That's not true and you know it. Orland and Naperville and all over down stage were suing to stop the shut downs and mask mandates since even before he went to his estate in WI

[Uncle Rico]

That's not true and you know it. Orland and Naperville and all over down stage were suing to stop the shut downs and mask mandates since even before he went to his estate in WI

What you ask of your fellow citizens is what you need to do yourself.  I should have clarified and said those communities are being stupid as well.  Pritzker has opened himself to these issues

[Skatastrophy]

Record cases and hospitalizations today. Spike in deaths, 145, is a top 5 covid deaths day for the state.
 
Stay at home requested but not ordered

https://wgntv.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-reports-record-number-of-covid-19-cases-and-hospitalizations-biggest-spike-in-deaths-since-late-may/

[Skatastrophy]

https://wgntv.com/news/coronavirus/pritzker-announces-new-covid-19-restrictions-for-illinois-as-state-sees-a-second-wave-of-cases/

All of Illinois will move to Tier 3 of COVID-19 restrictions starting Friday. What does that mean?

> Under the order, casinos and gaming locations are closed in addition to “indoor recreation centers” like theaters, performing arts centers, indoor museums and amusement centers. Indoor service at bars and restaurants is not permitted, while both must end outdoor service by 11 p.m.

> It also “pauses” all indoor sports leagues including youth sports, while outdoor sports and recreation are allowed under some restrictions.

> Social events in the home are limited to household members only.

> Businesses including gyms, salons, “big box” stores and other retail stores must limit their capacity to 25% or less, although grocery stores and pharmacies can operate up to 50% capacity.

[jesmu84]

https://wgntv.com/news/coronavirus/pritzker-announces-new-covid-19-restrictions-for-illinois-as-state-sees-a-second-wave-of-cases/

All of Illinois will move to Tier 3 of COVID-19 restrictions starting Friday. What does that mean?

> Under the order, casinos and gaming locations are closed in addition to “indoor recreation centers” like theaters, performing arts centers, indoor museums and amusement centers. Indoor service at bars and restaurants is not permitted, while both must end outdoor service by 11 p.m.

> It also “pauses” all indoor sports leagues including youth sports, while outdoor sports and recreation are allowed under some restrictions.

> Social events in the home are limited to household members only.

> Businesses including gyms, salons, “big box” stores and other retail stores must limit their capacity to 25% or less, although grocery stores and pharmacies can operate up to 50% capacity.

"Essential" workers sure aren't getting paid like it.

I'd LOVE for grocery workers, amazon warehouse workers and other various important pandemic workers to go on strike right now. Get what you deserve.

[rocky_warrior]

> Social events in the home are limited to household members only.

That's a nice recommendation for the holidays, but if you can't enforce a regulation, there's no sense in having a regulation.

[Skatastrophy]

https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/crowds-seen-at-ohare-as-travelers-depart-chicago-ahead-of-thanksgiving-holiday/2376658/

O'hare packed with holiday travelers, RIP older relatives.

[MU Fan in Connecticut]

https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/crowds-seen-at-ohare-as-travelers-depart-chicago-ahead-of-thanksgiving-holiday/2376658/

O'hare packed with holiday travelers, RIP older relatives.

Today's paper said they expected Thanksgiving week travel to be the busiest since just before the pandemic started.

[GooooMarquette]

https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/crowds-seen-at-ohare-as-travelers-depart-chicago-ahead-of-thanksgiving-holiday/2376658/

O'hare packed with holiday travelers, RIP older relatives.

Doctors, CDC and state health officials keep PLEADING with people to stay home for the holidays...and people just keep ignoring them.

The 'me first' mentality has run amok.

[Galway Eagle]

I feel so much shame for getting talked into going to AZ. Taking Vit C, Zinc and D3 for the past few days and will the entire time heading down, have an N95 and a copper threaded mask to wear over that. Going to pack saline rinse to use the moment I land and loads of hand sanitizer. Any other suggestions? Besides the obvious don't go.

[The Hippie Satan of Hyperbole]

It's not the travel that's the issue.  It's the what you are going to do when you get there.  If people are travelling from one bubble to the next, just in a different geographic location, that's not really a problem.  But travelling to simply do a typical Thanksgiving without a quarantine ahead of time...that's a problem.

[Galway Eagle]

It's not the travel that's the issue.  It's the what you are going to do when you get there.  If people are travelling from one bubble to the next, just in a different geographic location, that's not really a problem.  But travelling to simply do a typical Thanksgiving without a quarantine ahead of time...that's a problem.

That was my thought process and only solace I took in going there till I just saw that article showing the crowds

[4everwarriors]

I feel so much shame for getting talked into going to AZ. Taking Vit C, Zinc and D3 for the past few days and will the entire time heading down, have an N95 and a copper threaded mask to wear over that. Going to pack saline rinse to use the moment I land and loads of hand sanitizer. Any other suggestions? Besides the obvious don't go.

Tri knot ta breathe da air, hey?

[🏀]

Tri knot ta breathe da air, hey?

Tower, did you try this before you got COVID? Seems like a solid strategy from the dentist.

[forgetful]

That was my thought process and only solace I took in going there till I just saw that article showing the crowds

Galway, from what I've read, what you are doing is largely fine. You have taken every precaution before hand not to be exposed and to be COVID-free. Going above an beyond with precautions during travel, and I'd assume, "staying in a bubble when you arrive."

Although nothing is risk-free. What you are doing is the best you can do.

As others have noted, the big risk is people who are largely going about life as usual, then traveling to family gatherings with others who are going about life as usual. That type of activity has the potential for super-spreader events, that then transplant isolated cases to diverse communities, once everyone returns home.

[4everwarriors]

I feel so much shame for getting talked into going to AZ. Taking Vit C, Zinc and D3 for the past few days and will the entire time heading down, have an N95 and a copper threaded mask to wear over that. Going to pack saline rinse to use the moment I land and loads of hand sanitizer. Any other suggestions? Besides the obvious don't go.

In all seriousness, wear goggles that either seal or fit snuggly against your face. Also, avoid lowering your mask while onboard. So, no eating or drinking. If funds aren't an issue, fly first class and purchase the seat next to you and keep it vacant, hey?

[Galway Eagle]

Thanks both of you for the tips. Yes fiancé and I have both just seen each other indoors for just shy of two weeks and getting tested Monday, so hopefully no worries about us bringing it.

Is it true about listerine fighting Covid?

Sadly no first class, the way we got talked into traveling was by not having to buy the ticket.

[MU82]

When we flew to/from Seattle last month, we each wore goggles and two masks -- an N95, with a cloth one over it.

But frankly, it was the airport scene that I really hated. Especially in Charlotte, where there was absolutely no social distancing, where several mouth-breathers broke rules by not wearing masks, etc. It was hard to find even a corner where we felt away from the crowd.

It was better in Seattle, perhaps because our flight home was very early and the airport was less crowded.

[4everwarriors]

Thanks both of you for the tips. Yes fiancé and I have both just seen each other indoors for just shy of two weeks and getting tested Monday, so hopefully no worries about us bringing it.

Is it true about listerine fighting Covid?

Sadly no first class, the way we got talked into traveling was by not having to buy the ticket.

Sorry, Listerine has not been shown to be virucidal, hey?

[Galway Eagle]

35 Chicago Fire Department cases have been traced back to a retirement party at that bar I mentioned in Jefferson Park.

I'd say not going was one of my better decisions.

[Warriors4ever]

Understatement of the day.
Boggles my mind. You would think they would know better, but no-o-o.

[rocky_warrior]

wear goggles that either seal or fit snuggly against your face.

When we flew to/from Seattle last month, we each wore goggles

Hmm, 2 things:
1) I've not heard any talk of infection though the eye sockets - especially if everyone else is masked
2) I've been on lots of flights, and not seen a single case of goggles.

Now - for example, I can understand why a dentist would wear goggles while practicing his profession - too much crap being flung around.  But I've seen no studies that recommend goggles for "normal life" to protect yourself from Covid.  Have I missed the memo here?

[The Hippie Satan of Hyperbole]

Just don't touch your eyes during the flight.  You should be fine.